A tropical storm is off our coast this week, but this time, instead of running to the market for hurricane supplies, we are off to the beach to capture the beauty of nature. The photo below isn't the one I planned, but it was the surprise I got when a wave crashed a bit too …
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Feeling Thankful
One week ago today, I lamented about the possibility of a very destructive hurricane, and today I am simply thankful that Dorian chose a different path. On Friday, I enjoyed the first semblance of normalcy I have felt in the past week, as I played Mahjongg with some friends. It felt odd, 'out of sorts', …
Dorian
The post I had planned for today was to be a recap of August, which included our road trip to visit Cumberland Island, Ga, and my bout with dehydration and heat exhaustion. Unfortunately, that plan was rudely interrupted by an unwelcome visitor named Dorian. As I write this, a crew of workers is finishing up …
My Experience With Heat Exhaustion
Heat exhaustion is a condition that I have suffered at least once nearly every summer since entering my late 50's. At this stage of life, eating well and drinking the daily requirement of water is simply not enough to avoid the effects of extreme heat and over exposure to sun. It also requires diligence and …
Cumberland Island National Park
Visiting Cumberland Island National Park Visiting this eighteen mile long, three mile wide barrier island off the coast of Georgia is something you MUST plan in advance. The only way to access the island is by private boat or by Ferry operated from St. Marys, GA. There are two departure times and two return times available. …
